Certainteed - Articles - Page 3 | Roofing Contractor

Kingspan’s planned 100-acre roofing campus in Oklahoma is under consideration as the new location for asphalt shingle production.

Market Maker

Kingspan Flirts with Disrupting the U.S. Shingle Market

Irish building materials firm weighs move into asphalt shingle production as part of $1B U.S. roofing expansion

June 5, 2025

Kingspan plans to invest $250M more in U.S. roofing, eyeing asphalt shingle production at its Oklahoma campus to tap into the $24B residential market by late 2026.

landmark_climateflex_certainteed-shingles-on-brick-home

Manufacturer News

CertainTeed Collaborates with IBHS, Announces List of FORTIFIED Roof Products

Two new products have been introduced that meet FORTIFIED requirements

Chris Gray

May 29, 2025

No Comments

CertainTeed has released new details about the products contractors can use to build roofs that comply with the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety's FORITIFED standards.

The “Asphalt and Copper on the Lake” roofing project from Conde Roofing seamlessly blended asphalt shingles and copper elements to create a stunning and sturdy roof.

Outstanding Combination

Blend of Asphalt Shingles and Copper Earns ARMA Silver Award

Conde Roofing’s innovative blend of asphalt and copper earned Silver in ARMA’s 2024 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing competition

May 27, 2025

No Comments

Conde Roofing earns award for combining asphalt shingles and copper in a new home in New Hampshire.

Manufacturer News

CertainTeed Residential Roofing Shingle Portfolio Earns Good Housekeeping Seal

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 17, 2025

No Comments

CertainTeed's residential roofing shingle portfolio recently earned the Good Housekeeping Seal, earned only after rigorous evaluation by the Good Housekeeping Institute.

Manufacturer News

CertainTeed Announces Multiple Products Meet FORTIFIED Roof Standards

Above-code roofing system provides enhanced durability and protection against severe weather

Chris Gray

March 4, 2025

No Comments

Multiple CertainTeed products are now certified for use in FORTIFIED Roof systems, giving homeowners and contractors options for building more resilient roofing systems that withstand severe weather.

A house with a new roof featuring Solaris shingles by Certainteed

Case Study

California Contractor Successful with Sustainability Thanks to Solaris

Solar technology gives Los Gatos Roofing the means to meet homeowner demands for sustainability

February 18, 2025

One Comment

Top 100 Contractor Los Gatos Roofing finds success in California by offering residents sustainable solutions like Solaris shingles from CertainTeed.

Awards News

Beacon Announces Annual Supplier Partner Award Winners

Distributor acknowledges partnerships with major product manufacturers

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 23, 2025

No Comments

Beacon honored five supplier partners for their 2024 excellence: CertainTeed was named Supplier of the Year; AccuLynx, LP, Owens Corning, and Penske also took honors, celebrating innovation, service, and shared values.

January 2025 Product Focus: Asphalt Shingles

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 20, 2025

No Comments

Asphalt shingles are the top choice for homeowners and contractors alike. Discover how these versatile products offer superior protection, weather resistance, and a range of design options to elevate any roof, all while staying budget-friendly.

Product Focus: Low Slope Roofing

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 10, 2024

No Comments

A roundup of notable products, tools and materials in the roofing industry. This month, check out the latest in low-slope products from top brands.

Sustainability

Saint-Gobain Achieves 49% Waste Reduction at Louisiana Roofing Facility

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 5, 2024

No Comments

The CertainTeed Shreveport plant, which has been in operation for nearly a century, took a series of small steps that significantly reduced its environmental footprint.